Ross Taylor, Andrew Ellis hospitalised with flu

New Zealand skipper Ross Taylor and middle-order batsman Andrew Ellis were hospitalised after they showed signs of stomach flu and dehydration.

The New Zealand board said that the 2 players showed symptoms of stomach flu during the rain-affected second one-day international against Sri Lanka.

Taylor was seen batting in discomfort during his counter-attacking half century in the 2nd ODI but Ellis returned to the team hotel as his symptoms were more severe. Officials observed signs of dehydration and decided that the two players should stay in hospital for a few hours for rehydration treatment.

Skipper, Taylor should be fit for the 3rd one-day international, but Ellis' availability will be decided only before the start of the game.